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MP High Court Orders State Bar to Pay Stipend to Junior Advocates for First 3 Years
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🗓 29 Sep 2026, 06:34 PM
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The Madhya Pradesh High Court has directed the State Bar Council to provide a stipend to junior advocates for the first three years of their practice, aiming to support new entrants in the legal profession.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court, in a recent ruling, has instructed the Madhya Pradesh State Bar Council to grant a stipend to junior advocates for the initial three years of their practice. The directive, issued on Thursday, seeks to alleviate financial pressures faced by newly qualified lawyers.
The court highlighted that many fresh advocates struggle to sustain themselves while building a client base, and a stipend would help them focus on gaining experience rather than seeking immediate income. The amount and mode of disbursement were left to the Bar Council’s discretion, with the court emphasizing timely payment.
The State Bar Council is expected to formulate a scheme within 30 days, detailing eligibility criteria, stipend amount, and application procedures. Advocates who have been practicing for less than three years and are members of the council will be eligible.
Legal experts have welcomed the move, noting that it could improve the quality of legal services by encouraging more young lawyers to remain in the profession during their formative years.
The court highlighted that many fresh advocates struggle to sustain themselves while building a client base, and a stipend would help them focus on gaining experience rather than seeking immediate income. The amount and mode of disbursement were left to the Bar Council’s discretion, with the court emphasizing timely payment.
The State Bar Council is expected to formulate a scheme within 30 days, detailing eligibility criteria, stipend amount, and application procedures. Advocates who have been practicing for less than three years and are members of the council will be eligible.
Legal experts have welcomed the move, noting that it could improve the quality of legal services by encouraging more young lawyers to remain in the profession during their formative years.